Armstrong/Waweig Lake Seaplane Base

The closure was primarily due to a combination of economic factors and a shift in local aviation infrastructure. The nearby land-based Armstrong Airport (CYYW) offers a more reliable, all-weather alternative for most air traffic. The likely reasons include:
1. **Redundancy:** The full-service Armstrong Airport (CYYW) can accommodate a wider variety of aircraft and handle the region's transportation needs more efficiently.
2. **Economic Viability:** The cost of maintaining and registering an official water aerodrome likely became unjustifiable due to declining or consolidated traffic.
3. **Shift in Operations:** Air operators who once used the seaplane base may have ceased operations, relocated, or transitioned to using the land airport.

The official aerodrome designation CA-1119 is permanently closed. The site itself is Waweig Lake, which remains a public body of water adjacent to the community of Armstrong, Ontario. Any dedicated docks, ramps, or buildings associated with the official seaplane base have likely been removed, fallen into disrepair, or been repurposed for private/recreational use. While it is no longer a registered aerodrome, it is possible that private seaplanes still use the lake for takeoffs and landings on an ad-hoc, unofficial basis, as is common on suitable lakes in Canada.

The Armstrong/Waweig Lake Seaplane Base was a classic Northern Ontario bush flying facility. Historically, it was a vital transportation link for the remote region north of Lake Nipigon. Its primary operations included:
- **Tourism:** Serving as a primary departure point for fly-in fishing and hunting lodges on the countless remote lakes in the area.
- **Resource Industries:** Supporting mineral exploration crews, forestry operations (such as fire detection and suppression), and transporting supplies to remote camps.
- **Community Access:** Providing essential transport for people and goods to and from locations inaccessible by the limited road network.
It represented a critical piece of the infrastructure that opened up the vast wilderness of Northern Ontario for both commerce and recreation.

There are no known plans or prospects to reopen or re-register the Armstrong/Waweig Lake Seaplane Base. The aviation requirements for the community are well-served by the Armstrong Airport (CYYW). The economic and logistical impetus to re-establish an official water aerodrome at this location is considered non-existent.